Insulation

Insulation is essential to keep your home warm in winter and cool in summer.

A well-insulated home will provide year-round comfort, and cost less to cool and heat. Insulation also helps to reduce noise levels and condensation.

Many New Zealand homes are cold and damp. These homes aren't just uncomfortable to live in, they can also have negative impacts on your health. Research has found that installing insulation will lead to health benefits such as reduced incidence of asthma.

Did you know?

The World Health Organisation recommends minimum temperatures for good health - 18°C in living rooms and 16°C in bedrooms.

Can your local council help?

Local councils are doing their bit to improve our homes. Under the Retrofit Your Home scheme, Auckland Council offers up to $5000 financial assistance as a targeted rate to help you get your home retrofitted, including ceiling and under-floor insulation. Other councils offering assistance include Marlborough and Tasman District Councils, and Greater Wellington and Hawkes Bay Regional Councils. Try your local council to see what they can do, or find other insulation subsidies on the Energywise website.